Having fun in Dormitory English Clinic

Something new offered this semester - the Dormitory English Clinic

Every GEO 14 student has to participate in the English Clinic activities for at least three times this semester. But they can be exempted from English clinic activities if they join the English writing contest or English speech contest. For the required English clinic hours, students can accomplish this by going to the GEO Global Lounge Mondays to Fridays from 1 to 9 in the evening and talking to English Clinic teaching assistants there. The problem however, is that some GEO students don’t have enough time to do English clinic during daytime. They are very busy with their classes, doing their homework with other classmates. So, sometimes it is hard for them to make an appointment for the regular English clinic. Good thing, there is another option available this semester – the Dormitory English Clinic. This is the answer for busy students who don’t have much time during the day.

Dormitory English clinic is a new way of doing English clinic. It is first introduced this semester. You can do English clinic conveniently – just in the confines of the dormitory. You don’t have to go down stairs to the GEO Global Lounge. Actually GEO Global Lounge is quite far from the dormitory. But the dormitory seminar room? Oh, you can reach the location in less than 30 seconds. And, dormitory English clinic is available at nighttime, which makes it easier for busy students like me.

Last November 9^th, I went to the Global Lounge to make an appointment for the dormitory English clinic. Coincidentally, the 9:00pm dormitory English clinic FTA was Gerard. He is my roommate! I was excited. I quickly signed up for the dormitory English clinic. Although Gerard and I used the same room, we haven’t done English clinic together before. After eating dinner, I did my homework until 9:00 pm. Gerard and I went to the seminar room together. We met another GEO student who signed up for the dormitory English clinic. We don’t have a topic in mind, so we just discussed about crime, the topic given by Professor Stephen. We talked about crimes in the Philippines and South Korea and how each country dealt with crimes differently. It was quite interesting experience to talk about various crime and know more about how people with different culture respond to it, how individual opinions vary with respect to crimes. We were enjoying the discussion so much that we didn’t feel that the time has gone so fast. I really enjoyed this time. So like me, if you want to do dormitory English Clinic, just go to the Global Lounge and sign up for the dormitory English clinic. The schedule of dormitory English Clinic is 8pm – 10pm Monday to Friday. Many Foreign Teaching Assistant (FTA), my roommate Gerard included, will help you develop your English skills. So what are you waiting for? Sign up now and Have loads of fun! ❁◕‿◕❁

from GEO Class 3-7 (Prof. Roger Stephen and TA Gellene Custodio )

First Impressions, Last!

The ladies from Class 1-3 welcomes you to Michel Food!

Kim Hee Rim (Nursing)

When I came in CUK first, I was impressed by Michel Food. At that cafeteria, we can make choices between course A or B. Sometimes, it is difficult for me to choose one. The taste of Michel Food is not wonderful, but the soup is always a success.

The wide eating place is pleasant. I also like the ceiling that is well-designed so that we can see the upper floor.

Course A? Or Course B? What do you think guys?

Han Soo Jeong (Human Ecology)

When I came here, I was a little nervous because it was the first time for me to come here. At first, I went to the dormitory. One of my first impressions of the dormitory was that the room is cleaner than I thought. A foreigner said “Hello” to me, so I was overwhelmed. That was Katherine. Then I went commons to have lunch with my family. It was terrible meal and I was sad about the fact I have to eat the same meal for 2 weeks.

The next day was Monday. There was an orientation for GEO about many things like warning cards, programs, rules and clubs. I was partly nervous and partly excited. In the afternoon, there was Professor Irving’s class. My first impression of Professor Irving was that he talks to us like talking an animation to children. Also, he wore a cute tie. So he relieved my extreme tension. In class, I met many friends and we talked about each other, like our majors, hometown, hobbies and so on. Actually, there was an awkward silence. Generally, my first impression about this school was great with good people. Because of my team mates, roommates, professor, and TA’s I’m adapting to new situations here.

Kim Tae Heon (Nursing)

My first impression about the dormitory is good. Because it has bunk beds, a refrigerator, table, chair... as time goes on it turns dry from the heat. So I had dreamed a terrible dream (nightmare).

My roommates Jin Woo and Weon Gun are very kind.

My first impression about the food is horrible because it has only three dishes. And it is still horrible. T_T

Bunk Beds!!!

Lee Sun Young (Management)

My first impression of the dormitory is very good because my new friends are kind and fun. Also, the dormitory food is better than my high school food so I think the dormitory food is delicious. Finally, classes and clubs and activities are fun! So I’m excited about the GEO program.

Park Jin Hum (Special Education)

When I first entered Catholic University, I thought that university appearance is good but the map is so complex so I lost my way.

Michel food menu appearance is fantastic however the taste is bad.

People in Catholic University are kind, but I’m afraid of foreigners a little because I’m not good at English.

Contrary to my expectations, dormitory room is so good. I love it.

Outside view of the CUK Dormitory

Song Jun Young (Management)

My first impression about Catholic University is that it is the place where only Christians attend school.

Dormitory is good except it has a narrow pathway.

My club is sports club, the club is exciting but the equipments are insufficient.

For the first time I visit Global Lounge, I felt very nervous because I’m not good in speaking English

When my roommate took me to Michel Food, I expected the food tastes bad so I’m on a diet now.

Having a serious game in Global Lounge...

Choi Chang Hwan (Economics)

All the rooms look so clean, but the rooms are too small for a comfortable life. There’s no light on each person’s desk. So I can’t read anything at midnight because my room-mate wants to sleep.

I think all professors & FTA have amazing ears which can translate my poor English. GEO makes us be kind & shy at first because we have to speak in English but it is more comfortable now.

I’m very nervous about the warning card rules because we usually speak Korean automatically and I can’t do well in conversation by only speaking English.

Welcome to Chang Hwan's Room!

Lee Dong Jun (Psychology)

My roommates Mario and Marnel are good guys. They are very kind and friendly, and my Korean roommate, Su Wan, is a good guy too.

The food is not bad.

Almost all buildings are old, but good.

People in CUK are kind and gentle.

The Classes are interesting especially, Irving’s class is very good!

I’m satisfied with CUK and the GEO program.

Kim Jong Gun (Life Science)

The Catholic University campus is so small but, the dormitory is very nice. First, my roommates are kind to me. They help me all the time. Second, the dormitory is very comfortable. Double-deck (bunk) beds and the bathroom are both very nice. The hallway is quiet and clean.

Well, the cafeteria has a great size but, the food taste is not my type.

The Catholic University GEO camp’s merit is the especially wonderful teachers & TAs.

Our GEO teacher is very kind to me and to the rest of my class.

My first feeling is unfamiliar, but gradually I became comfortable.

Class 1-3 with Prof. Irving and TA Januel

Shin Jong Hyun (Social Science)

My first impression of the GEO program is very good. Because the dormitory room is very clean, my roommates are very funny and kind. We are all freshmen. The Professors and TAs are kind. But I have just one problem...and this is we have to speak only English. It's so tiresome! However it is a new experience.

My team is India. My teammates are very cheerful and passionate. I like my team and teammates very much. My class level is 1-3 and I want to raise my English ability with my class.

By: Class 1-3 (Prof. Irving and TA Januel)

How can we stay energetic during GEO camp?

Hi there! Are you guys enjoying GEO? I think this summer GEO camp is a demanding program. When we finish our daily program, we are totally exhausted, right? So I recommend some tips in order to keep your energy.

1. Use your sleep cycle.
Do you know about the sleep cycle? The average sleep cycle is 90 minutes. So, if you haven't enough time to sleep, you could sleep for 90 minutes, 180 minutes, or 270 minutes and so on. if you keep your sleep cycle, you will feel very refreshed when you wake up.

2. Do some stretching in the dormitory.
I can recommend one yoga stretch. This is called the cat position. Please follow the pictures in your room or bed.


The cat position is really helpful for relaxing the shoulder and neck.

3. Final suggestion! Bathe in the sun.
June and July are the rainy season in Korea so you can feel a little depression during this time. If the sun comes up sometime, you should enjoy a sunbath for several minutes. Sunshine could help curb depression.

These are my suggestions about how we can stay energized during GEO camp. Whatever you guys do, I hope that it brings some cheer. Bye!


Written By:
Jung Kyung Min

The First Week of GEO 6

During the first week of GEO 6, each class were assigned to pick a representative to pass articles to show the world on what they've been doing inside their classes and giving a little piece of their minds. ^_^

For starters, here's a little glimpse of how they find GEO and every thing or person that's connected with it...

"Life in GEO"

O.B.F.
"Of the students, By the students, For the students". That's the motto of Global Lounge. This place exists for the students and if you go there, you can enjoy so many activities.

The portal to Global Lounge

For example, there is a café and board games. You can also watch a movie or talk freely with your friends. But…you can ONLY USE ENGLISH!!! It’s a rule. It’s “the” law there.

Students ordering drinks at the English Cafe (O.B.F.)

Our first impression of Global Lounge was that the facilities were clean and nice; and the Oreo Shakes were so delicious. The staff in O.B.F. is comprised of CUK students and they are called “OBF masters”.

So if you want to use English and if you want to enjoy the activities, just go there! It will exactly make you feel like you’re in paradise!

Students enjoying their orders

Professor Irving
Our homeroom professor is Irving. We really love Irving. He is like our father.

His hobby is eating chocolate and with this, we’ve decided to name our class ‘Irving’s Chocolate Bank’. Why? Because if we try to get something, we will get a lot, but if we do nothing we can get nothing.

He has many expectations from our class and it always succeeds to energize us. Sometimes, Irving’s questions are very difficult. But after thinking about the questions, we later on come up with answer.

With Professor Irving and TA Januel

Professor David

David is very comfortable like our uncle. He incites us to talk more and loud. His activities are very interesting especially in the activity where we had to pick out partners. One person had to pretend that he’s blind as his/her partner leads him/her to avoid some paper cups as we go along the activity. Every one of us was given the chance to experience how it feels like to be blind.

At that time, we listened only to our partner’s voice carefully. That is why, after that game, we became close to each other.

Michel Food

Every GEO student should have Michel food...

This morning we went to Michel Food for breakfast. The menu was ham, rice, kim-chi and soybean curd. It was delicious!

During meals, we must speak English because we don’t want to get a yellow card. At first we were not accustomed to such rule. However, as time goes by, we became more and more accustomed to it.

The menu in Michel food doesn’t contain M.S.G. and we think the amount of salt on the food is very small. So our body is very healthy but we want to have more side dishes! For us, the protein content in the food is lacking which is why we still feel hungry even after we eat.

Dormitory

The dormitory that we stay in also consists of various facilities that we could freely use. These include the following:

1.) Dorm Room: Our room is large enough to live comfortably. We have big desks and book stands. Next to the desks are comfortable beds. They’re so comfortable that it makes waking up early in the morning so hard!

2.) Students’ Lounge: In dormitory, all floors have place to socialize. There, we can rest, drink soda, and do other things. The biggest lounge is on the 4^th floor. It includes computers and one huge TV! So we can enjoy watching TV shows and do our assignments or any other personal tasks.

3.) Laundry room: All floors have a laundry room. There are washing machines and drying machines that only cost 500 won to use their services.

4.) Security guard: In front entrance of the dorm, there are security guards. He is ‘the cream of the crop’ in our dormitory because without him, we cannot live safely inside the CUK dorm. We are always thankful for them!

*Written and photos taken by Class 4-1